A 16-year-old boy is fighting for his life in hospital after a horrific multi-vehicle collision on the A13 in East London claimed the lives of two other teenagers. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning, prompting a significant emergency response and the closure of a major arterial route.
Metropolitan Police officers were called to the scene near the junction with Movers Lane, Barking, at approximately 2:35 AM. Upon arrival, they discovered two young men, aged 17 and 18, who had sustained fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. A third teenager, aged 16, was found with critical injuries and was immediately transported to hospital, where he remains in a life-threatening condition.
The collision involved multiple vehicles, though specific details regarding the types of vehicles or the circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been released by authorities. The A13 was closed for several hours in both directions between the A406 and Movers Lane while emergency services dealt with the incident and collision investigation work was carried out. This caused significant disruption to early morning traffic in the area.
Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit have launched an urgent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. They are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision, or who may have dashcam footage from the A13 around the time of the incident, to come forward and assist their enquiries. Information can be provided directly to the police or anonymously via Crimestoppers.
This devastating event serves as a stark reminder of the dangers on our roads and the profound impact such incidents have on families and communities. The names of the deceased have not yet been released, as police are in the process of informing their next of kin. Support services will likely be offered to those affected by this tragic loss of life.